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Solar PV Service Engineer - Stoke

VIQU Energy are supporting a leading renewable energy organisation in their search for a Solar PV Service Engineer to join their growing operations and maintenance team. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who thrives in a field-based environment, enjoys problem-solving, and wants to contribute directly to the performance of large-scale solar assets across the UK.

This position offers a mix of routine maintenance, technical fault-finding, travel to multiple sites.

Key Responsibilities

* Conduct routine maintenance, testing, and remedial work on deployed solar PV systems.

* Complete all work in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations.

* Perform Preventative Maintenance in line with the annual PPM schedule.

* Carry out Corrective Maintenance as and when required.

* Submit accurate daily activity reports using the online reporting system.

* Undertake job-specific risk assessments and report all near-misses to management.

* Supervise and coordinate third-party contractors on site.

* Ensure external contractors adhere to all H&S requirements.

* Maintain precise electrical testing records suitable for audit.

* Fault-find and resolve issues across AC and DC systems.

* Escalate any issues or concerns to the manager promptly.

* Comply with all applicable fire, health, and safety requirements, including attending required training.

* Occasional nights away when required.

* Participate in weekend rota (with additional pay).

Skills & Experience Required

* Minimum 3 years' experience in I&C or Utility-scale solar.

* Level 3 City & Guilds / NVQ in Electrical Installations.

* C&G 2382-18.

* C&G 2391-52 or equivalent.

* Harness trained (desirable - training can be provided).

* First Aid trained.

* Fire Marshal certification.

* IOSH H&S qualification (desirable - training can be provided).

* Manufacturer training on central inverters.

* Strong understanding of maintenance procedures and maintenance scheduling.

* Knowledge of AC and DC systems (AC distribution boards, combiner boxes, automation panels, etc.).

* Understanding of CCTV and SCADA systems.

* Experienced using instruments such as multimeters, clamp meters, insulation testers, etc.

Role: Solar PV Engineer
Salary: £36-£50,000
Location: Bath

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Solar PV Service Engineer - Stoke